Spirit - Original Album Classics (2010) 5 CD Box Set

Spirit - Original Album Classics (2010) 5 CD Box Set
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue+Log) + Scans 1.76 Gb (incl 5%) | Mp3 (CBR 320) + Scans 850 mb (incl 5%) | Box Scans 40 mb
Genre: Progressive Rock, Art Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Blues Rock | Label: Epic, Ode, Legacy, Sony | # 88697645982 | Time: 04:26:14


Box set in high quality, rigid carboard slipcase containing 5 'vinyl replica' sleeves as they were originally released. Contains: Spirit (1968), The Family That Plays Together (1968), Clear (1969), 12 Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus (1970) and Feedback (1972)



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spirit_(band)



CD1: Spirit (1968)
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Spirit's debut unveiled a band that seemed determine to out-eclecticize everybody else on the California psychedelic scene, with its melange of rock, jazz, blues, folk-rock, and even a bit of classical and Indian music. Teenaged Randy California immediately established a signature sound with his humming, sustain-heavy tone; middle-aged drummer Ed Cassidygave the group unusual versatility; and the songs tackled unusual lyrical themes, like "Fresh Garbage" and "Mechanical World." As is often the case in such hybrids, the sum fell somewhat short of the parts; they could play more styles than almost any other group, but couldn't play (or, more crucially, write) as well as the top acts in any given one of those styles. There's some interesting stuff here, nonetheless; "Uncle Jack" shows some solid psych-pop instincts, and it sounds like Led Zeppelin lifted the opening guitar lines of "Taurus" for their own much more famous "Stairway to Heaven."
Review by Richie Unterberger, Allmusic.com


Tracklist:
01. Fresh-Garbage
02. Uncle Jack
03. Mechanical World
04. Taurus
05. Girl In Your Eye
06. Straight Arrow
07. Topanga Windows
08. Gramophone Man
09. Water Woman
10. The Great Canyon Fire In General
11. Elijah
Bonus Tracks
12. Veruska
13. Free Spirit
14. If I Had A Woman
15. Elijah (Alternate Take #2)






CD2: The Family That Plays Together (1968)
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On this, the second Spirit album, the group put all of the elements together that made them the legendary (and underrated) band that they were. Jazz, rock & roll, and even classical elements combined to create one of the cleanest, most tasteful syntheses of its day. The group had also improved measurably from their fine debut album, especially in the area of vocals. The album's hit single, "I Got a Line on You," boasts especially strong harmonies as well as one of the greatest rock riffs of the period. The first side of this record is a wonderful and seamless suite, and taken in its entirety, one of the greatest sides on Los Angeles rock. The CD reissue also boasts some excellent bonus tracks. "So Little to Say" is one of Jay Ferguson's finest compositions ever, and the jazz-inspired instrumentals such as "Fog" and "Space Chile" showcase pianist John Locke as one of the most inspired and lyrical players in the rock idiom to date. All in all, a classic album and a true landmark.
Review by Matthew Greenwald, Allmusic.com


Tracklist:
01. I Got A Line On You
02. It Shall Be
03. Poor Richard
04. Silky Sam
05. The Drunkard
06. Darlin' If
07. Ail The Same
08. Jewish
09. Dream Within A Dream
10. She Smiled
11. Aren't You Glad
Bonus Tracks
12. Fog
13. So Little To Say
14. Mellow Fellow
15. Now Or Anywhere
16. Space Chile






CD3: Clear (1969)
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue+Log) + Scans 366 mb (incl 5%) | Mp3 (CBR 320) + Scans 172 mb (incl 5%) | Time: 00:55:48

Although this album may not be seen as the definitive Spirit statement, it has several moments of brilliance that prove what a revolutionary band they were. Coming off of the success of The Family That Plays Together and "I Got a Line on You," the group entered the studio with Lou Adler once again in the producer's chair. Unfortunately, the group appeared to be beginning to fragment, and it shows on this uneven but ultimately fine album. "Dark Eyed Woman" opens the album with promise, and it is indeed one of Spirit's hardest-rocking studio performances. Randy California's inspired guitar solo is one of the finest performances of the period. The riff and general feel of the track (right down to the siren sound effects) were borrowed by Traffic on "Shoot Out at the Fantasy Factory." The record tends to go downhill from there (primarily due to some uninspired songwriting), but is not without its high points, like "Cold Wind" and the awesome closer "New Dope in Town."

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